SEC-100: CyberCore - Security Essentials by OffSec equips learners with essential knowledge and hands-on skills for a career in cybersecurity. It covers offensive and defensive techniques, networking, scripting, application and operating system security. Upon completion, learners earn the CyberCore Certified (OSCC SEC-100) certification, validating their expertise in essential cybersecurity domains. SEC-100: CyberCore - Security Essentials includes core concepts and philosophies of cybersecurity, fundamental principles, common threats, vulnerabilities, and the importance of proactive defense. It also covers cybersecurity frameworks and standards like NIST and ISO 27001. The course explores career paths in cybersecurity, including roles such as penetration testers, information security analysts, incident responders, and security architects. Learners master the fundamentals of the Linux and Windows operating systems, including their security features and common vulnerabilities. The course also includes data transformation fundamentals, Python for automation, PowerShell for automating tasks in Windows environments, and networking basics. The OSCC SEC-100 exam is a proctored, 6-hour hands-on assessment divided into three parts: Attack, Defend, and Build. The course is designed for individuals new to cybersecurity, including recent graduates and IT professionals seeking to transition into cybersecurity roles. There are no formal prerequisites, but basic computer literacy and familiarity with operating systems are recommended. The training includes over 40 modules covering offensive, defensive, and development areas of cybersecurity, with challenge labs to help learners understand which area to focus their careers on. SEC-100: CyberCore - Security Essentials includes two exam attempts to be used within 12 months of purchase, with additional retakes available for purchase. The course includes one year of lab access, with options for continued access through OffSec's Learn One or Learn Unlimited subscriptions.
